Lot 2203

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Phraates IV, (38-2 B.C.), Sakaraukae imitation of silver drachm, (3.41 grams), obv. bust to left with countermark in engraved in die of head right, rev. archer enthroned to right, crude inscription around, (Sellwood 91.13, Shore 473 (this coin). Coin and countermark both fine, red encrustation in devices.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 473).